UK Retail Sales Lower than Expected 

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Pictured: London, Oxford Street

Context 

UK GDP contracted for the second month in October, reflecting an economic slowdown. 

Content 

  • Retail sales volumes increased by 0.2% between October and November, below the expected 0.5%. 

  • Supermarkets and household goods stores performed well, particularly furniture retailers. 

  • Clothing sales fell sharply by 2.6%, hitting their lowest since January 2022, continuing a downward trend. 

Businesses Affected 

  • Lower retail sales growth may impact lending strategies for SMEs involved in the retail sector. 

  • Financial institutions may need to adjust asset-liability management strategies in anticipation of rate cuts. 

  • Weakening retail and GDP performance signals reduced business expansion, affecting commercial lending growth. 

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